Among the Guthrie's recent stellar productions are Macbeth (for which, q.v.), Two Gentlemen of Verona (for which, q.v.), and A Midsummer Night's Dream (for which, q.v.). Guthrie productions are always stunning, interesting, and well-acted. The vitality of the performances fills the incredible performance space. I anticipate great things for this season's Winter's Tale.

And that's one reason why I'm pleased beyond belief to extend this generous offer to Bardfilm's readers on behalf of The Guthrie Theatre:

READERS OF BARDFILM SAVE 50% ON ANY TUESDAY OR WEDNESDAY PERFORMANCE OF THE WINTER’S TALE IN FEBRUARY!

Re-Imagine Once Upon a Time . . .

Tragedy collides with comedy in this fairy tale that balances two worlds filled with music and dance: Sicilia resembling the Kennedy-era White House, and Bohemia capturing the freedom of rural Minnesota. Suspecting his wife has committed adultery with his childhood friend and consumed with unfounded jealousy, King Leontes of Sicilia abandons her and their newborn child, turning their royal dream into a nightmare. Sixteen years later the child has grown into a free-spirited young woman in Bohemia and unknowingly falls in love with the son of her father’s friend. But a twist of fate leads to long-kept secrets revealed and the family is reunited in a homecoming like never imagined.

Call the Guthrie Box Office at 612.377.2224, and mention “Bardfilm” to receive this offer. Not valid online, with other offers, or on previously purchased tickets. Handling fees may apply. Offer non-transferable.

Photo Credit: Guthrie Exterior by Sally Wagner.If you're in the Twin Cities—if you're anywhere near the Twin Cities—plan to see this play! I genuinely hope that the discount tickets will help. Think of this offer as a coupon for the imagination.

Here's the calendar where you can choose the performance that best fits your schedule.

This production will be truly remarkable. I can't wait to see Antigonus exit, pursued by a bear, into rural Minnesota.Links: The Play at the Guthrie Theater.

5 comments:

e. meritus prauf
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Kudos to Bardfilm for being selected by the Guthrie to favor its readers with such a good deal. Would that I could take advantage of this amazing offer but distance and other commitments mean I will have to give it a pass. The geographical relocations are intriguing, and I would love to see the famous Antigonus exit into rural Minnesota pursued by a badger.

If you e-mail me your contact information (you can find a link to e-mail me under my complete profile), I'll connect you to the ticket office. The box office isn't sure what happened, as no voucher should be required for this offer.

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KJ is a professor of English and Literature at a small Christian liberal arts college. In addition to courses entitled “Shakespeare” and “Introduction to Shakespeare,” he teaches a course called “Shakespeare and Film.” Recently, he developed a course titled “Modern Shakespearean Fiction.” Shakespeare is also integrated into nearly all his other courses, including courses on the Literature of Food and the Literature of Humor. Additionally, he is the author of Bardfilm: The Shakespeare and Film Microblog. But you may have known that already.